Lot 305 , An early 19th century brass inlaid coromandel tea caddy with birch lining, 25cm wide. Condition - fair

An early 19th century brass inlaid coromandel tea caddy with birch lining, 25cm wide. Condition - fair

An early 19th century brass inlaid coromandel tea caddy with birch lining, 25cm wide. Condition - fair
£60-80

Condition:
Top with old cracks from side to side, as shown, not threatening the structure; one rear corner brass marginally incomplete at base; Green Tea cannister with three light cracks to cover and one to side; zinc lining largely missing; Tea of Bohea cannister good but both with vertical rubs. No key; cover lock hardware has been removed so can no longer be locked. No veneer or brass restoration; no significant dents to edging.

Sold for £380